The turnaround time for your average
sign varies based on your specific
needs. We keep all the major
materials in stock because we
understand our clients needs are
sometimes more urgent and we need to
have everything in it's place an
ready to go. That's how we're able
to crank out a job with a very short
notice. We also try to only work
with suppliers that are close and/or
deliver the same or at least next
day, so We can get the rush jobs
done if we need to.

Q:

How can signs help my business?

A:

Your image and how you represent
your company is one of the most
important aspects of business and of
how costumers and prospects identify
you. Most people make decisions
based on the look of your business
image.

Q:

How do I submit artwork/ files?

A:

We work with most professional
design applications including Corel
Draw, Adobe Photoshop / Illustrator,
etc. If we're "cutting" the
lettering or logo out, we will be
needing a Vector File, otherwise we
can digitize (or Vectorize) the
artwork you provide us in a JPEG,
TIFF, PSD, GIF, etc. at an
additional charge.. You can email us
your Print or cut ready artwork,
mail us a CD-R, CD-RW, DVD or USB
flash drive. Please be sure that
artwork is sent "high resolution".
If you have questions concerning
your artwork or need help uploading,
feel free to
contact us
by phone 314 771-1414
or email mcclaysign@sbcglobal.net

Q:

What resolution is acceptable for
artwork submitted?

A:

If sending your artwork in "real
size", please send your work 150DPI.
We can also work with a
one-inch-to-one-foot ratio (Example:
if the art is to be 6 feet long and
4 feet tall, the submit artwork
should be 6 inches long and 4 inches
tall) at 300 DPI.

Q:

What is DPI?

A:

DPI is the standard of measurement
for the resolution of images that
describes the number of dots per
inch (DPI) that are used to create
an image. The higher the DPI, the
higher the resolution which
translates to better quality of your
final product.

Q:

How long will my sign last?

A:

We have many levels of material to
choose from. We use some of the best
materials in the industry 3M, Avery,
Gator Foam, Orajet, Gerber, etc. If
you only need a quick sign that will
be taken down after a few weeks or
months, we can make your signs in a
less expensive material. If you need
it to last a few years, we will make
them with a better grade of material
to withstand the elements for the
time period you need it to last. If
you need it to last 5-7 years or
longer, we will go with some of the
best material available on the
market today and you will be able to
enjoy your signage for years and
years to come.

Q:

Can I approve the sign before it's
made?

A:

Absolutely. Before we begin
production, we require your approval
of the artwork, colors, spelling,
and layout. Once you are satisfied,
we begin producing your sign. This
way, we're both clear on what we're
producing.

Q:

What is the difference between
vector and bitmap images and which
is better?

A:

A vector image is one of the two
major graphic types (the other being
bitmap) made up of many individual
objects. vector graphics are
resolution independent because they
can be output to the highest quality
at any scale. A bitmap (or raster)
image is comprised of pixels in a
grip. Bitmap images cannot be
resized without losing image
quality. Common bitmap-based formats
are JPEG, JPG, GIF, TIFF, PNG, PICT
and BMP. Vector image is the
preferred format for submitting
artwork however since it is not a
format common tom non- designers,
bitmap images at the correct
resolution (see above) can be
substituted.

Q:

How do I know if I'm going to like
the design or even the finished
product?

A:

Clients are never surprised with the
final product because we do a full
color proof and an exact rendering
of what it will look like which the
client signs off on before anything
goes to print.

Q:

What if I don't know what I want?

A:

You are not alone. Many people come
to us with a skill or talent to
produce a quality product or provide
an outstanding service, yet they
have absolutely no design abilities
or creativity and they openly
(humbly) admit it. Great! because I
can't replace my radiator on my car
either. We all do our parts to make
the world go round'. Our Part is to
make your business look good!

Q:

How much does it cost?

A:

Naturally there is a wide variety of
products making an equally wide
variety of costs. Quotes are
provided up front at your request so
there's no surprises! We are always
happy to offer you many options to
meet any budget